As Zcash (ZEC) shows signs of reaching its peak, attention is turning to five undervalued privacy-focused cryptocurrencies. According to a report by CaptainAltcoin, Neptune Cash (NPT), Nockchain (NOCK), Xelis (XEL), Zera Labs (ZERA), and ANyONe Protocol (ANYONE) are gaining traction. These projects are noted for their unique features, including post-quantum security, programmable sound money, BlockDAG architecture, zero-knowledge infrastructure, and decentralized communication capabilities. With ZEC's recent strong performance, investors are increasingly interested in these smaller, early-stage projects that offer robust privacy utilities.